Hanover public meetings in 2025

Hanover Park Board

The Park Board reviewed plans and a quotation for the Oakview Ridge, Second Addition Park. Members discussed equipment colors, adding an infant/toddler swing, and adding a bench while removing a picnic table from the shelter.

• Oakview Ridge Park quotation totaling $110,968.74
• Proposed $54,434 Playworld playground structure and swings
• Proposed $24,950 all-steel hip shelter
• Pheasant Run Trail project reported as nearly complete
• Discussion of 2026 goals including County Road 19 round-about center designs

The board approved the amended agenda and the minutes from the October 28, 2025 meeting. Both motions were carried without recorded vote counts. The board then adjourned the meeting at 7:45 p.m. No other substantive actions or votes were taken.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved October 28 minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:45 p.m. (motion carried)

Hanover Park Board

The Hanover Park Board will discuss the Oakview Ridge Second Addition park recommendation, including the developer‑provided improvements and the estimated $200,000‑$230,000 cost that would be reimbursed to JP Brooks. The board will also consider the 2026 event calendar, the upcoming Pumpkin Decorating Event on Oct. 25 at the City Hall garage, and a proposed memorial bench donation program. Decisions will be forwarded to the City Council for final approval.

• Oakview Ridge park: developer JP Brooks, payment in‑lieu $157,056 (first phase) and $140,696 (second phase) totaling $297,752; estimated park cost $200,000‑$230,000
• Pumpkin Decorating Event: Oct. 25, 2025, 10 am‑12 pm at City Hall Garage with photo booth and prizes
• Memorial bench donation program: research and program design to be presented at a future meeting
• 2026 event calendar items: Kids Night May 27 (fire department, petting zoo, food trucks) and Bands in the Park third Wednesday evenings in June‑August, 6‑8 pm
• Park projects update: Pheasant Run Trail, Park Sign project, and Settlers Park pavilion

Hanover Park Board

The Park Board will meet to review updates on park projects and the Adopt-a-Park program. The board is also scheduled to discuss a pumpkin decorating event, memorial benches, and the 2026 event calendar.

• Pumpkin Decorating Event
• Memorial Benches
• 2026 Event Calendar
• Park Projects Discussion
• Adopt-a-Park Update

The Park Board approved the meeting agenda and the June 24 minutes unanimously. It adopted specific plans for a Pumpkin Decorating Event on October 25, 2025, including time, location, contests and prizes. The board assigned the clerk to research a memorial bench donation program and set dates for several 2026 events, such as Kids Night and Bands in the Park. The meeting was adjourned at 8:15 p.m. with a unanimous vote.

• Agenda approved (unanimous)
• June 24 minutes approved (unanimous)
• Pumpkin Decorating Event scheduled for Oct 25, 2025, 10 am‑12 pm at City Hall Garage (unanimous)
• Pumpkin event to include photo booth, decorating and costume contests with prizes for ages 0‑5 and 6+ (unanimous)
• Clerk Peterson to research memorial bench donation program and present at a future meeting (unanimous)
• Kids Night set for May 27, 2026 with fire department, petting zoo, facepainting and food trucks (unanimous)
• Bands in the Park scheduled for the 3rd Wednesday of June, July and August 2026, 6 pm‑8 pm (unanimous)
• Board adjourned at 8:15 p.m. (unanimous)

Hanover Park Board

The Park Board will meet to discuss capital improvement projects and review bids for park signage. The board will also recap recent community events and discuss the Adopt-A-Park program.

• Discussion of Capital Improvement Projects
• Review of sign bids, including a $22,800 proposal from Astro Metal Craft
• Review of sign bids, including a $18,840 proposal for six signs from Red Barn Creations
• Recap of Kids Night and Concerts in the Park
• Discussion of Adopt-A-Park program

The Park Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from April 22 and May 27, 2025. It voted to recommend the Red Barn Creation proposal to the City Council, with one member abstaining. The board also canceled the July 22, 2025 meeting because there was no business to discuss. The meeting was adjourned at 8:00 p.m.

• Agenda approved as amended (unanimous)
• Minutes from April 22 and May 27, 2025 approved (unanimous)
• Recommend Red Barn Creation proposal to Council (motion carried, one abstention)
• Cancel July 22, 2025 Park Board meeting (motion carried)
• Meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m. (unanimous)

Hanover Park Board

The board toured six parks and listed ideas for upgrades such as shelter remodels, pavement replacement, trail extensions, water fountains, bathroom options, and ADA accessibility. It will start research and create a capital‑improvement plan for these projects. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded at this meeting.

Hanover Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a site plan for an open addition to the rear of a building at 263/283 River Road. The commission will review the request and make a recommendation to the City Council.

• Site plan review for an open addition at 263/283 River Road

Hanover Park Board

The Park Board will receive a presentation on the 2025 Hanover Strategic Plan, outlining long-term goals for parks, downtown, and community engagement. They will also discuss unfinished business including a recap of the Eggstravaganza, the Adopt-a-Park volunteer program, plans for Kids Night, and food truck policies for events.

• Presentation of 2025 Hanover Strategic Plan with goals for parks and amenities
• Discussion of Adopt-a-Park volunteer program rollout and brochure update
• Recap of the April 12 Eggstravaganza egg hunt
• Planning for upcoming Kids Night event
• Review of food truck arrangements for events

The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the March 25, 2025 meeting. The board reached consensus to launch the Adopt-a-Park program with revised responsibilities. Volunteers were assigned for the upcoming Kids Night event, set for 5 p.m., and the city clerk will arrange food trucks for that and other park events. A pick‑ball court sign and screening have been ordered, and historic bridge replacement signs costing about $170 for both were noted.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 25, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopt-a-Park program moved forward with adjusted responsibilities (consensus)
• Kids Night event scheduled for 5 p.m.; volunteers assigned (consensus)
• City Clerk to contact and book food trucks for Kids Night and future events (action)
• Pickleball Court sign and screening ordered (action)
• Historic bridge replacement signs cost approx. $170 for both (information)
• Adjourned meeting at 8 p.m. (unanimous)

Hanover Park Board

The Park Board meeting will include routine approvals of minutes and an open forum. Unfinished business items include updates on the Adopt-a-Park program, a City Council goal session, and banners. No new business is on the agenda.

• Discussion on Adopt-a-Park program updates and spring clean-up
• Update from City Council goal session
• Banners item
• Open forum for public comment
• Approval of February 25 meeting minutes

The board unanimously approved the amended meeting agenda and the minutes from the February 25, 2025 meeting. They set the Adopt‑a‑Park program rollout for Earth Day on April 22. The meeting was adjourned at 8:10 p.m.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved February 25, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Set Adopt‑a‑Park rollout for Earth Day, April 22 (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:10 p.m. (unanimous)

Hanover Planning Commission

The Hanover Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed zoning ordinance amendment that would allow automobile repair shops as a permitted use in I-1 and I-3 industrial districts. The amendment includes new definitions for minor and major auto repair and would streamline performance standards. The commission will also review a draft of the Council Strategic Planning Report before it goes to the City Council for final approval on April 1.

• Public hearing on Zoning Ordinance Amendment to allow auto repair as permitted use in I-1 and I-3 districts (staff recommends approval)
• Draft Council Strategic Planning Report presented by Council Liaison Mike Amery, slated for Council approval April 1
• Amendment would allow Kingston Auto to lease space in an existing building on 5th Street without additional rezoning or permits
• Changes include definitions for 'automobile repair – minor' and 'automobile repair – major', and updated parking language
• Approval of minutes from January 27, 2025 regular meeting

Hanover Park Board

The Park Board reviewed pricing and food truck options for the Concerts in the Park series and discussed the Pheasant Run Park improvement project survey results from WSB. The board simplified the Adopt-a-Park program and began the bid process for replacing park/trail signs, including the historic bridge sign. Upcoming 2025 events were scheduled: Easter Egg Hunt (April 12), Kids Night (May 28), Pumpkin Decorating (October 25), and four Concerts in the Park dates.

• Discussed booking bands (Michael Handler Band, Stimulus Package, Shane Martin, JustUs) for Concerts in the Park series
• Reviewed Pheasant Run Park improvement survey from WSB; deadline for survey noted
• Simplified Adopt-a-Park program brochure for further discussion at February meeting
• Started process to get bids for park and trail sign replacements, including sign at north end of Historic bridge
• Scheduled 2025 events: Easter Egg Hunt (Apr 12), Kids Night (May 28), Pumpkin Decorating (Oct 25), Concerts in the Park (June 11, July 9, July 23, August 20)

The Park Board discussed 2025 events, Adopt-a-Park, and Pheasant Run Park survey results, reaching consensus to complete the trail, update the basketball hoop/backstop, and add a shade area near the playground, with remaining funds allocated to other park upgrades. No formal votes were taken on these items; the board also discussed goals and priorities for park improvements.

• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved January 28, 2025 minutes as presented (unanimous)
• Consensus to complete Pheasant Run Park trail, update basketball hoop/backstop, and add shade area near playground
• Consensus to allocate remaining Pheasant Run funds to other park upgrades
• Adjourned at 8:25 p.m. (unanimous)

Hanover Park Board

The Hanover Park Board will elect a Chair and Vice Chair for the upcoming year. The board will also discuss unfinished business including the Pheasant Run Park Improvement Project, Adopt-a-Park Program, and park/trail signage. New business involves scheduling of 2025 park events.

• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair
• Pheasant Run Park Improvement Project discussion
• Adopt-a-Park Program discussion
• Park/Trail Signage Project update
• Event scheduling for 2025

The Park Board elected Brandhorst as Chair and Rupenthal as Vice Chair, and approved the agenda and previous minutes. They discussed upcoming events, including Concerts in the Park and holiday activities, and decided to simplify the Adopt-a-Park program for further discussion in February. No formal decisions were made on these items.

• Elected Brandhorst as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Rupenthal as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from November 26, 2024 (unanimous)
• Adjourned at 8:25 p.m. (unanimous)

Hanover Planning Commission

The Hanover Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning of a 4.02-acre property on 5th Street from Multi-Family Residential to I-2 Industrial. The applicant, Brian Lee, plans to develop contractor garages with outdoor storage. This item was tabled from the December 2024 meeting. The commission will make a recommendation to the city council, which previously denied a similar request.

• Public hearing on Brian Lee's request to amend the comprehensive plan and rezone a 4.02-acre parcel (PID#108500363207 and #108020001031) on 5th Street from Multi-Family Residential to I-2 Industrial for contractor garages and outdoor storage.

Economic Development Authority

The Hanover Economic Development Authority will administer the oath of office to new members Greg Zgutowicz and John Ganfield, then elect a Chair, Vice Chair, and Treasurer for the coming year. The board will also receive updates on CSAH 19 and discuss EDA priority goals tied to the City Council's goal-setting process. Approval of the agenda, prior minutes, and accounts payable/financial reports is on the consent portion.

• Oath of office for new EDA members Greg Zgutowicz and John Ganfield
• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Treasurer
• Update on CSAH 19 road project
• Discussion of EDA priority goals and alignment with Council goals
• Approval of accounts payable and financial reports